BA Hons Economics & Finance

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Strathclyde

Program Overview

The BA Economics & Finance at the University of Strathclyde combines economic theory with practical finance to help students understand markets, institutions and financial decision-making. It suits students aiming for careers in banking, investment, consulting, business or public policy.

Curriculum structure

Year 1:
Students study Principles of Economics, Introductory Finance, and the Management Development Programme, building foundations in economic thinking, financial concepts and professional skills.

Year 2:
Learning deepens through Intermediate Microeconomics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, and Accounting & Financial Analysis, focusing on market behaviour, policy analysis and financial reporting.

Year 3:
Students specialise with modules such as Corporate Finance, International Macroeconomics, or Financial Markets, applying advanced economic and financial analysis to real-world problems.

Year 4:

The dissertation is an important part of the fourth year programme. Single Honours Economics BA students are required to submit a dissertation in Economics.

Focus areas: “Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Finance, Financial Markets, Corporate Finance”

Learning outcomes: “Analyse economic and financial systems; interpret financial data; evaluate policy and investment decisions; apply theory to real-world contexts.”

Professional alignment (accreditation): Prepares graduates for roles in finance, economics, consulting, business analysis and postgraduate study.

Reputation (employability rankings): Strathclyde Business School is well regarded for economics and finance, with strong graduate employability reflected in major UK rankings such as QS and Guardian.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At the BA Economics and Finance programme at University of Strathclyde, you won’t just sit in lectures—you’ll dive into active, problem-based projects through the Management Development Programme (MDP) where real business problems and teamwork shape your learning from Year 1. You’ll also benefit from industry internships, live research projects via the Fraser of Allander Institute, and a fully-equipped library and business-school hub to support hands-on, data-driven learning.

Here are some of the key experiential features:

The Management Development Programme runs over the first three years and involves problem-based learning in teams around real companies/situations.
Access to summer internships and 6-12 week applied research placements through the Fraser of Allander Institute, enabling you to work on real economic-policy questions.
The university’s Internships & Placements service offers 6-12 month “Year in Industry” opportunities and supports you via MyCareerHub and international placement databases to broaden your work-experience profile.
Use of facilities like the Andersonian Library—with group-study spaces, IT labs and 24-hour access during exam periods—ensuring you have the infrastructure for both independent and collaborative work.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the University of Strathclyde’s BA (Hons) Economics & Finance secure skilled roles in finance and analysis, with 100% in professional/managerial work 15 months post-graduation and typical salaries around £30,000. Many join firms like banks and consultancies, leveraging quantitative skills for rapid advancement.

Typical job roles: Finance Professional, Financial Analyst, Economist, Business Analyst.

Careers service: one-to-one guidance, CV support, workshops, employer fairs.
Employment stats: 100% skilled jobs; £30k starting salary.
Partnerships: internships with financial institutions, SME projects.
Accreditation: triple-accredited (AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB) for global recognition.
Outcomes: 45% finance pros, strong progression to management.

Further Academic Progression: Pursue MSc Economics & Finance or PhD at Strathclyde/other unis, building on undergrad training.

Additional Information & Requirements

GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B, or an essay-based A Level B may be considered in lieu of English; GCSE Maths 6/B; A Level Maths A for combinations with Accounting or Maths & Statistics
International Baccalaureate: 32-30 (no subject below 5 and including English SL5, Maths/Maths Studies SL5; Maths HL5 for combinations with Accounting or Maths & Statistics).
A-Level: BBB to ABB, no specific requirement of any subject.
IELTS Score: Overall 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component & TOEFL (ibt): 80 overall, with the following minimum scores in each component: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing: 18.
CBSE: For entry to Strathclyde undergraduate programmes we'd look for 70-75% in all subjects taken at level XII and the same at level X. Marks should be particularly strong in the proposed area of study.
American Curriculum: if submitting test scores, we ask for any of the following: SAT: 1200 (600 in each component)/ACT: 27 plus 2 AP exams with scores of 4+ or 3 AP exams with scores of 4+.